This Kennebunkport Lobster Grilled Cheese was the grand prize winner of last year’s recipe showdown. With a mix of creamy sweetened Mascarpone cheese and super meltable provolone that drape big chunks of freshly cooked lobster. And all sandwiched between two pieces of buttery sourdough bread.

But what really gives this recipe a kick is the chili paste that’s mixed into the butter that’s spread on the toasted top and bottom of the sandwich.

Rebecca Haley-Park is an assistant editor for culture: the word on cheese, and is responsible for all the delicious content on our Facebook page and Twitter feed. When not writing for the magazine you can find her creating cocktail recipes and pairing them with cheese.

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culture is the ultimate publication for those who love cheese. This magazine is devoted to delivering the most innovative, eye-opening stories about the world's many cheeses and cheesemakers. Within each issue, you can travel to gorgeous cheese regions, meet passionate makers and mongers, discover one-of-a-kind recipes, and even learn how to make your own cheeses. Each issue is a resource for readers of any background.